IPL 2024 Auction Predictions: SRH Targets Batting Power after Harry Brook Release.
In the IPL 2024 Auction, Sunrisers Hyderabad aims to bring in players who can potentially change their fate, having ended up at the bottom of the points table in the previous season.
In Short
1. Ahead of the IPL 2024 auction, Sunrisers Hyderabad let go of six players.
Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) faces significant considerations leading up to the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2024 auction, set to happen on December 16 in Dubai.
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Complete Coverage of IPL 2024 Auction
They endured a forgettable season in the last edition, finishing at the bottom of the table. The Orange Army managed just four victories in 14 matches and struggled to find form throughout. The underperformance of Harry Brook added to their concerns.
Umran Malik also had a disappointing season, leading to his mid-season exclusion. Meanwhile, the Sunrisers addressed their squad by acquiring Shahbaz Ahmed from the Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB).
List of Players Retained by Sunrisers Hyderabad for IPL 2024:
1. Abdul Samad
2. Abhishek Sharma
3. Aiden Markram
4. Anmolpreet Singh
5. Bhuvneshwar Kumar
6. Fazalhaq Farooqi
7. Glenn Phillips
8. Heinrich Klaasen
9. Marco Jansen
10. Mayank Agarwal
11. Mayank Markande
12. Nitish Kumar Reddy
13. Rahul Tripathi
14. Sanvir Singh
15. Shahbaz Ahamad (Traded)
16. T. Natarajan
17. Umran Malik
18. Upendra Singh Yadav
19. Washington Sundar
Top Targets for Sunrisers Hyderabad in IPL 2024 Auction:
The Sunrisers made strategic releases, including high-priced acquisition Harry Brook, ahead of the auction. Aiden Markram, Glenn Phillips, Fazalhaq Farooqi, and Marco Jansen continue to be prominent players on their radar.
The released players include Adil Rashid, Akeal Hosein, Kartik Tyagi, Samarth Vyas, and Vivrant Sharma. Key Indian players retained are Mayank Agarwal, Umran Malik, Rahul Tripathi, and Bhuvneshwar Kumar.
Potential Auction Picks:
1. Wanindu Hasaranga:
Formerly with RCB, Hasaranga adds bowling prowess and powerful batting to SRH's roster, addressing the spin department gap.
2. Johnson Charles:
With a record-breaking T20I hundred, Charles presents a valuable batting option. SRH can benefit from his skills after releasing Harry Brook.
3. Siddarth Kaul:
Familiar with SRH, Kaul's base price of INR 50 lakhs makes him an economical and experienced choice, especially given his excellent form in recent tournaments.
4. Sarfaraz Khan:
A potential addition for bolstering the batting lineup, Sarfaraz Khan brings versatility and T20 experience.
5. Shahrukh Khan:
SRH may consider Shahrukh Khan for his all-round capabilities, providing depth in both batting and bowling departments.
As the IPL auction approaches, these targets could enhance Sunrisers Hyderabad's squad for the upcoming season.
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